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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1954
Page
7
A readable guide detailing spice seeds such as dill caraway and anise for revitalizing old dishes. It covers uses in appetizers breads meats soups salads and desserts with practical tips and a Lyonnaise limas recipe featuring caraway seeds for flavor.
Lincoln County 4 H girls study room improvement through a college led school with 500 attendees. 41 girls now work on projects. Richmond County home demonstration group reports busy landscaping after rain. winter grass sowing and bulbs set. Ashe County members decorate for Christmas with handmade ornaments and arrangements. Davie County demonstrates home building with Leagan family open house planned before Christmas. Orange County Progress Parade in Hillsboro showcases community improvement with a skit by UNC staff and 1200 attendees.
The article notes a shift from old bent-handle feeding spoons to longer handled spoons. It highlights benefits such as easier scooping from jars and cites Tiny Spoons as well suited for cereal dishes.
Rep Edward Bowerman proposes a bill to ban horse race betting amid concern over apparent paradox where church fair door prize drawings are deemed gambling. The move follows a statement that lawmakers will seek similar restrictions on horse racing betting.
The article outlines how junior cottons adopt a long torso silhouette seen in Paris and echoed by American designers. It notes raised bustlines, slim midriffs, hip emphasis, varied necklines, wide belts, and flat collars. Styles include princess lines, empire seams, hip bands, and permanently pleated skirts with prints drawing from marine life and trains. Color ranges span bright to Victorian mauves.
A letter from Mary Haworth describes marital strain with husband Jim over behavior, accusations of infidelity, and control of household routines. She champions her role as mother and caregiver while noting his harsh discipline, insults toward the children, and foul language. She asks whether he regrets marrying her.
A reader asks how to handle a grim bitter husband after the birth of a third child. The counselor notes Jim feels betrayed by taken-for-granted support and domestic chaos. Advice urges reshaping routines for the wage earner, seeking Family Service Organization guidance.
The Plant and Pluck Garden Club presents a holiday themed arrangement at the Garden Center in the Public Library featuring pine cones and pine sprays. Committee members include Mrs. Glenn Lambert Mrs. H M Ridge Jr Mrs Nesbit Caughman and Mrs Tony Simeon. The display runs through December with a new club taking over in January.
William J. Gallant age 17 appeared before the Boston Licensing Board on a liquor sale inquiry. He declined to answer questions citing possible self incrimination, and board chair Mary Driscoll announced the witness fee of 3.40 would not be paid.
On Christmas Eve Mr and Mrs W M Giles hosted a family gathering at their home 221 Monthey Ave. The turkey dinner followed by a decorated tree saw Santa Claus visit and chat with the children. Attending were Horace Giles with daughters Darla and Beth of Greensboro Ray Giles with children Phyllis and Randy of Archdale and Grace Giles of Greensboro.
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